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february 2011

Supreme Court of India · 2011-02-02

Mona Panwar vs High Court Of Judicat.At Allahabd.& Ors

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Mona Panwar
Respondent
High Court Of Judicat.At Allahabd.& Ors
Author
J.M. Panchal
Bench
H.L. Gokhale, J.M. Panchal

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal concerning the expungement of remarks made by a High Court judge regarding the appellant's handling of a complaint under Section 156(3) of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The Court held that the judicial officer must exercise discretion judiciously and ensure that complaints of serious nature, such as rape, are properly investigated. The Court directed that the remarks made by the High Court be expunged, emphasizing the importance of a fair trial and the need for due process in criminal matters.

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